Litigation Paralegal

Jackson Lewis•Los Angeles, CA

12h•$45 - $55

About The Position

Focused on employment and labor law since 1958, Jackson Lewis P.C.’s 1,000+ attorneys located in major cities nationwide consistently identify and respond to new ways workplace law intersects business. We help employers develop proactive strategies, strong policies and business-oriented solutions to cultivate high-functioning workforces that are engaged and stable, and share our clients’ goals to emphasize belonging and respect for the contributions of every employee. The Firm is ranked in the First Tier nationally in the category of Labor and Employment Litigation, as well as in both Employment Law and Labor Law on behalf of Management, in the U.S. News - Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms”. Job Summary The paralegal will manage e-discovery, redaction, duplicating and indexing documents. With attorney supervision prepare chronologies of facts and production charts, perform searches and cull relevant information, organize pleadings, exhibits and appendices for filings, organize relevant documents for attorney review for witness interviews and depositions, and assist attorneys in trial preparation. Essential Functions Analyze, review and organize documents and data from materials produced during discovery; and prepare/coordinate document production and responses to discovery requests. Prepare deposition and record subpoenas according to state and federal regulations, coordinate production of third-party records and summarize; prepare deposition outlines and summaries. Analyze and review privileged documents. Trial and arbitration preparation; preparation and management of trial exhibits and other trial related assistance. Prepare initial drafts of various pleadings and discovery documents in matters before Federal Administrative Law Judges (MSHA and OSHA). Present case summaries and courses of action to supervising attorneys. Conduct legal research, including but not limited to, Lexis and Pacer research. Cite-check, Shepardize and assist with motion preparation. Liaison with courts and litigation vendors, including process servers and couriers. Prepare responses to audit requests. Keep abreast of developments, procedures and rules in the forums where the office practices. Demonstrate basic strategic thinking and initiative with case assignments. Maintain calendars, provide attorney billing/invoice processing support, complete reports and enter time records and create new file and update client matter reports. Assist with witness interviews and preparation of interview summaries.

Requirements

Strong interpersonal skills, detail orientated with exceptional analytical skills.
Minimum of 4 years legal experience preferred, experience in employment law a plus.
Reliability, teamwork, professionalism, and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines are essential.
Proficiency in Windows environment including Word, Outlook and Excel.
Must be proactive with strong organizational skills.
Knowledge of the Rules of Civil Procedures.
Results oriented and excellent time management skills.
Creative problem-solving skills.
Well versed in trial preparation.
Ability to interact professionally with attorneys and support staff while maintaining a strong client service attitude.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Work independently and as part of a team towards common goal of excellent client service.
Strong sense of confidentiality and ability to exercise sound judgment.
Associate degree required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
ABA Paralegal Certificate highly required.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of attorney billing systems a plus.
Experience with trial preparation, class actions and wage and hour productions a plus.
Highly client focused as the position requires strong customer service skills and ability to work effectively with a variety of people and personalities.

Responsibilities

Analyze, review and organize documents and data from materials produced during discovery; and prepare/coordinate document production and responses to discovery requests.
Prepare deposition and record subpoenas according to state and federal regulations, coordinate production of third-party records and summarize; prepare deposition outlines and summaries. Analyze and review privileged documents.
Trial and arbitration preparation; preparation and management of trial exhibits and other trial related assistance.
Prepare initial drafts of various pleadings and discovery documents in matters before Federal Administrative Law Judges (MSHA and OSHA).
Present case summaries and courses of action to supervising attorneys.
Conduct legal research, including but not limited to, Lexis and Pacer research.
Cite-check, Shepardize and assist with motion preparation.
Liaison with courts and litigation vendors, including process servers and couriers.
Prepare responses to audit requests.
Keep abreast of developments, procedures and rules in the forums where the office practices.
Demonstrate basic strategic thinking and initiative with case assignments.
Maintain calendars, provide attorney billing/invoice processing support, complete reports and enter time records and create new file and update client matter reports.
Assist with witness interviews and preparation of interview summaries.